Jan De Nul Opts for 100% Renewable Fuels

Luxembourg-based maritime construction engineering company Jan De
Nul announced its decision to opt for 100% renewable fuels.

"Jan De Nul Group carries out dredging work in the Benelux with
100% renewable fuel. With this, the world player is further
committing itself to immediately and considerably reducing its
CO2 emissions," said a release.

Trailing suction hopper dredger Alexander von Humboldt will from
now on sail on renewable biofuel from certified and sustainable
waste streams.

The choice of 100% renewable fuel is part of the ambitious CO2
reduction objectives of the Jan De Nul Group. In this context,
Jan De Nul also wants to collaborate with the Flemish government
to introduce a minimal CO2 reduction obligation of 15% for 80% of
the maintenance dredging contracts in Flanders by 2022 at the
latest.

By 2050 the European Union wants to reduce the emissions of
greenhouse gases by 80% to 95%, compared to 1990, of which at
least 40% of the reduction must be realised by 2030.

"This intervention makes us at least 80% CO2 neutral. With this
we want to prove to the governments and to our clients in the
Benelux that if they have climate ambitions and incorporate these
in the selection procedures, the market is ready for it now. At
the same time, we are urging our colleagues in the sector to
follow our example in a renewable and climate-neutral trajectory.
We are continuing to work hard on our energy transition, relying
on innovative solutions," Praet added.

"The Flemish government is glad about the use of this renewable
fuel, and will definitely include a sustainability criterion for
the next procurement of the dredging contract for the evaluation
of offers", says engineer Freddy Aerts, head of division Maritime
Access, Department of Mobility and Public Works.

The trailing suction hopper dredger Alexander von Humboldt sails
using sustainable renewable biofuel from certified and
sustainable waste streams. The ship will carry out maintenance
dredging works in the maritime access routes, on the North Sea
and in Flemish seaports.

The second generation of biofuel, supplied by biofuel market
leader GoodFuels, reduced CO2 emissions by at least 80% and is
also sulphur-free. GoodFuels pioneered in the development,
commercialisation and supply of renewable fuel in the shipping
industry. Jan De Nul Group entered into a multi-year agreement
with them because of their innovative technology and verifiable
sustainability guarantees.

"Our energy transition can start today", Michel Deruyck, Head of
the Jan De Nul Energy department, adds. "As we are in continuous
consultation with engine manufacturers and other suppliers, we
know what is technically feasible. We continue to innovate to
remain sustainable and viable in our sector, and to be able to
offer our clients alternatives."